Ramsey County Fair

Ken was thrilled to discover I had to work at the Fair...and that he could bring the kids to do all the petting zoo time he liked, without my watchful eye. They enjoyed the animals, milking the fake cow, and eating corn dogs.

Soccer Buds!

Rainy Days

We had a couple of rainy days this past week. We made our first ever trip to the Mall of America with cousins, and I am amazed to report how much fun it was. The kids really enjoyed watching the rides.
They have also been thrilled to be "dog-sitting" for Grandma and Grandpa. This little doggie has had many, many walks in the rain.

Evelyn's Gymnast Pose

The New Compost Bin

4th of July

We enjoyed visiting, fishing, swimming, and tubing with our good friends. Nora and Ben (their 5 year old) were tubing behind the boat for awhile, until I said "now if you fall off the boat, it's no big deal". Oops. Note to self, just shut up! Evelyn really enjoyed the fish the kids were catching, and Owen just loved his goggles.

Good help.

Compost builders, painters, and sky gazers.

June Trip to Council Bluffs

A great trip to Council Bluffs over Father's Day. The plan was to work on the floor. You can see what the kids found to do instead!

June?!!!

This one is for you, Grandpa Roger. This was taken in June. Yes, there is a sweater AND boots on this happy girl. It probably wasn't too much warmer in tropical Iowa.